SCS-Tonkawa Creek Site-003, located in Anadarko, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-Tonkawa Creek.
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Completed in 1970, this dam stands at a height of 44 feet with a hydraulic height of 41 feet, providing a storage capacity of 222 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, this dam has a low hazard potential but is rated as having a very high risk due to its critical importance in flood risk reduction.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam has not been inspected since 1980 but is set for inspection every 5 years. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment. While it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations, the dam lacks an emergency action plan and regularly updated inundation maps, raising concerns for effective risk management in the event of a flood emergency. With its vital role in mitigating flood risks in the region, ensuring the safety and efficacy of SCS-Tonkawa Creek Site-003 is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TONKAWA CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
222 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
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